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Wayne A. Colizza, M.D.
Shoulder, Hip, Knee, Sports Medicine, Total Joint Replacement
As a specialist in both the Sports Medicine Center and the Joint Replacement Center, Dr. Colizza specializes in minimally invasive hip and knee replacement surgery, arthroscopic surgery for sports injuries and ligament reconstruction, and hip resurfacing, which is a conservative alternative to total hip replacement. As a former competitor in both rugby football and rowing crew at the national level, Dr. Colizza has a keen understanding of the demands and expectations of the high-caliber athlete.
Dr. Colizza obtained his medical degree and completed his residency training in orthopedic surgery at McGill University in Montreal, Canada. From there, he finished his fellowship in reconstructive joint surgery and sports medicine at the Insall Scott Kelly Institute of Orthopedics and Sports Medicine in New York. He has completed a preceptorship in hip resurfacing with Mr. Derek McMinn in Birmingham, England, and is a recipient of the Zimmer-AOA Fellows Award, receiving national recognition for his research into the replacement of arthritic knees.
Currently, Dr. Colizza serves as Chief of the Sports Medicine Service at Morristown Memorial Hospital, and as a President-Elect of the New Jersey Orthopedic Society.
Dr. Colizza is a caring and competent physician who holds the well-being of his patients in the highest regard. He strives to remain at the forefront of orthopedic knowledge and he is committed to providing his patients with an expertise that is based upon trust, understanding, and competence.
Dr. Colizza In The News
To learn more about hip resurfacing, view Dr. Colizza’s interview with ABC News.
Patient Testimonials
“My experience at Tri-County was excellent. I was taken in for my appointment with Dr. Colizza on time. I found the center inviting, clean, and very professional. Dr. Colizza made my visit comfortable and very informative. I was told I needed a knee replacement on one knee and my torn meniscus repaired on the other. After some discussion, I decided to have my meniscus repaired and put the knee replacement on hold for now. To ease some of the arthritic knee pain, I requested a gel shot at the time of the operation. I am glad I did that, it helped in my recovering with the operated knee. I was able to lean on the injected knee without pain. I decided for my operation I didn't want a hospital environment and requested I go to the Surgery Center in Denville. I was very pleased with this facility and received the up-most professional care there. I am home now recovering and doing very well. I want to thank Dr. Colizza and his staff for a great job. He is a remarkable surgeon and I can't say enough about him or Tri-County Orthopedics. There is no need to be in pain, call now for your appointment.” -- Eleanor B.
“After falling on my elbow in a parking area, I completely shattered it. I was driven by ambulance to Overlook Hospital in Summit, New Jersey. I had never experienced such excruciating pain before. I was x-rayed and the technician's remark after seeing the result was, "No wonder you're in so much pain." My wife had driven to Overlook and I asked her to call the orthopedic surgeon who earlier saved my mother-in-law's leg from a pool accident. She called Dr. Colizza and he instructed Shelly to send me up in an ambulance to reserve an OR for immediate surgery. The nurse injected me with morphine so I could handle the pain. Dr. Colizza was just ready to leave the hospital that Friday to prepare for his vacation to Europe the next day. Dr. Colizza made all the arrangements for me to come in for an emergency surgery and it went off without a hitch. He implanted a 7" stainless steel plate and nine screws in my arm. The surgery was a complete success and after three months of prescribed physical therapy, I had more than 90% range of motion. I will never forget Dr. Colizza putting his patient first while delaying his personal plans. He was and is a lifesaver.” -- Stanley J.